After bringing home a new cat or kitten, it can feel scary leaving them alone for the first time. You’ve spent every waking minute together, save for the 15-minute shower breaks. But now that it’s time to go back to work or take a quick overnight trip, you’re wondering how long you can actually leave… Read More

Kitty teeth are sharp and cat bites are no fun. To protect yourself from injury and nip the unwanted behavior in the bud, it’s important to understand the cause for your cat’s biting. Here are three different reasons your cat may be biting you, and how to prevent them.  1. Kitten play Kittens enjoy playing… Read More

If you notice your cat behaving oddly, there’s a good chance she is experiencing some type of stress. There are several ways a cat shows her discomfort; review these cues to recognize when your cat is stressed so that you can get her the relief she needs.  Hiding Seeking a safe place to hide is… Read More

Diagnosis: Ingested foreign object Claims: $7,774 | Reimbursed: $6,747 Coverage options: 90 percent | $250 deductible Ryder is a 2-year-old cat who loves to eat, play hide and seek with his pet parents (with them being the hiders) and sun himself. “His favorite activity is eating. It doesn’t matter if it’s cat, dog, or human… Read More

Kneading or “making biscuits,” as cat lovers commonly say, is a known cat behavior that resembles the motion of kneading bread dough. It can be described as the rhythmic alternating of their front paws pushing and pulling on what is usually a soft surface, such as bedding, another cat, or even your lap. Some cats… Read More

Claw maintenance is an important part of your cat’s health and helps protect him and you, as well as your furniture, curtains, carpet and clothing. If your cat’s claws get too long, they can begin to grow into the delicate foot pads, causing pain and even infection. When you are holding your kitty, his claws… Read More

What is it about cats and Christmas? We humans labor to make everything perfect and beautiful – especially this year when most people are spending more time at home –  just to have our furry felines come in and wreck it all. The combination of a tree in the house, delicate shiny objects, and soft… Read More

You’re ready for the addition of your future feline and you have checked off every item on the supply list. Plus, you just can’t wait to start dangling feathered things for your kitten to bat. There’s just one question: will your new kitten have accidents in the house? Though many kittens learn how to use… Read More

You’ve found your future cat (hurray!) and are excited to bring them home to spend quality time with your new furry family member. Whether you haven’t had a cat in years or this is your first one, you’ll need to stock up on the necessary supplies and kitten proof your home to create a safe… Read More

With winter comes colder temperatures and other hazards for pets. See our tips on how to protect your pet from the cold, darkness, and other seasonal dangers. PDF version of this graphic… Read More

The dilemma: you love cats and you want to welcome a furry feline into your life, but you get itchy and sneezy when you’re around them. You may have heard about hypoallergenic dog breeds, but does the same exist with cats? First, the bad news: just like with dogs, no cat breed is 100% hypoallergenic,… Read More